Columbus, Ohio vs. Albert City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albert City, Iowa is 22.2% cheaper than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $133,778 in Albert City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albert City, Iowa is cheaper than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Albert City
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Albert City, IA
Compared to Columbus, Albert City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  33.6% lower
  Health
  29.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher